The Government recently announced the 75 areas that will receive Start for Life funding.
A third of the funding is specifically for parent and infant mental health.
Our infographic explains what infant mental health is and why it matters ๐
The American Academy of Pediatrics has stated: 'There is no upper limit to the duration of breastfeeding and no evidence of psychological or developmental harm from breastfeeding into the third year of life or longer.'
Skin-to-skin contact after birth keeps your babyโs heart rate, breathing, temperature, oxygen saturation & blood sugar stable. It's good for breast milk production & it also ensures that your baby is colonized with your natural healthy bacteria, rather than hospital bacteria.